A great hiking trail in Palo Alto, CA

The Stanford Dish Hike is a beautiful trail in Palo Alto near the corner of Page Mill Rd and Junipero Serra Boulevard (Foothill Expressway). Parking is a problem but the hike is worth the effort. 

The Stanford Dish Hike:

http://www.everytrail.com/guide/the-stanford-dish-hike/map

A scenic 4-mile loop on steep, paved trails with great views on Stanford University and the San Francisco Bay.

 

 

Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 4.0 miles / 6.5 km
Duration: 1 hour or less

 

Overview: The Stanford Dish loop is a popular route for Stanford University students as well as Silicon Valley professionals. Its steep paved trail is suitable for running, walking, and hiking. Bicycles are not allowed. Opening hours vary depending on the month of the year:

January 6:30 AM-5:30 PM
February 6:30 AM-6 PM
March 6 AM-6:30 PM
April 6 AM-8 PM
May 6 AM-8 PM
June 6 AM-8 PM
July 6 AM-8 PM
August 6 AM-8 PM
September 6:30 AM-7:30 PM